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Dynamic Façade Crafted from LED and Glass Panels in a Community-Centric Cultural Institution

Authors:
Marcel Fuckel, Nick Körber
Dynamic Façade Crafted from LED and Glass Panels in a Community-Centric Cultural Institution

Project in-detail

A responsive façade of LED and glass panels defines a cultural institution designed for community engagement, seamlessly integrating interactive exhibits with educational resources to explore the history and impact of the internet.
5 key facts about this project
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Responsive LED façade adapts to external conditions for dynamic visual displays.
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Extensive use of glass enhances transparency and natural light throughout the interior.
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Green spaces incorporated around the museum promote ecological sustainability.
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Flexible exhibition areas allow for diverse programmatic use and community engagement.
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Library facilities support research on the history and culture of the internet.

### Overview
The architectural design for the London Internet Museum is strategically located near City Airport and aims to function as both a cultural institution and a community hub, enhancing interaction with the nearby Victoria Gardens. The design seeks to embody the dynamic and multifaceted nature of the digital age while promoting accessibility for a diverse audience.

### Concept and Spatial Organization
The museum's concept focuses on the visualization of the internet's inherent dynamism, represented through an undulating form that contrasts with the surrounding rigid structures. This organic shape facilitates movement and interaction, integrating the museum with a green landscape. The spatial organization efficiently distinguishes between public and private areas, with multifunctional open spaces that accommodate events, flexible exhibition zones, and dedicated library and learning environments that foster education and research. Additionally, the inclusion of a café and museum shop provides comfortable settings for visitor engagement.

### Materiality and Unique Features
Modern materials play a crucial role in the design, enhancing both aesthetic appeal and functional performance. The façade utilizes LED strips for dynamic visual communication, responding to visitor interaction in real time, while extensive glass elements ensure transparency, connecting interior and exterior spaces and maximizing natural light. Concrete and steel provide structural integrity and durability, reinforcing the building's contemporary character. A key feature is the responsive façade that adapts to changing exhibits, symbolizing the evolving nature of the internet. The surrounding green space further promotes sustainability, fostering a tranquil environment that encourages exploration and leisure among visitors.

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MICROHOME 10: Celebrating Small-Scale Living with €100,000 Prize Fund and Kingspan’s Innovation

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Competition organisers

The MICROHOME 10 competition invites participants to submit visionary designs for off-grid, modular microhomes that push the limits of sustainable, small-scale living. Organised by Buildner in partnership with Kingspan and Hapi Homes, this tenth edition sets the challenge of designing a dwelling for two people within a maximum floor area of 25 m², encouraging bold solutions adaptable to any urban or rural location. The competition continues Buildner’s mission to foster innovative approaches to compact, energy-efficient housing that can address pressing global challenges.

This year’s edition offers a generous total prize fund of €100,000, including the Kingspan Award for designs that integrate high-performance Kingspan products and the Hapi Homes Award for a project selected for real-world construction. In addition to cash prizes, the winners gain international exposure through Buildner’s media partnerships, publications, and a dedicated MICROHOME magazine, further amplifying their ideas to the wider architectural community.

Key dates for MICROHOME 10 include the closing date for registration on 25 September 2025, the submission deadline on 29 October 2025 (11:59 p.m. London time), and the announcement of winners on 9 December 2025. These milestones ensure participants have clear timelines to develop and present their concepts, with early registration discounts available to support students and emerging designers worldwide.

MICROHOME

Design a new small-scale home concept in the 10th edition of MICROHOME — 100,000 € prize + construction

100,000 € Prize Fund / Kingpsan Edition #10 ideas COMPETITION
Prize 100,000 € + Potential realisation
Eligibility Open to all
Final registration deadline 25 September 2025

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